Fundraising group ‘Band of Builders’ have paid tribute to their much-loved friend, colleague and inspiration Keith Ellick, who has sadly passed away following his battle with cancer.

Keith, from Ermine in Lincoln, passed away holding his wife Sasha’s hand at Lincoln County Hospital on March 27 at the age of 42.

He was described as a loving father, husband, friend and colleague who not only served his country as a member of the RAF Regiment but carried out subsequent jobs in security, landscaping and construction.

Keith with boss Addam Smith

Keith was told the devastating news in January 2016 that he had 12 months to live after being diagnosed with cancer.

On hearing of Keith’s diagnosis, his boss Addam Smith took to social media to assemble the group ‘Band of Builders’ which aimed to raise money for Keith and his family.